NYPD
Coverage of NYPD in the Nexus archive.
- Police seek man in photo who is accused of pulling out knife, raping woman in NYC
The NYPD is seeking a man accused of pulling out a knife and raping a woman in New York City. Police released a photo of the suspect and received a 911 call reporting the incident.
- Street closures, transit changes after old Pfizer building caves in
The partial collapse of the old Pfizer building in Midtown Manhattan caused multiple street closures and transit adjustments. The NYPD and MTA reported the closures, and the FDNY was notified around 8 a.m. The incident occurred at 235 East 42nd Street.
- Man, 89, beaten and robbed after leaving Queens bank: NYPD
An 89-year-old man was beaten and robbed near a Capital One bank in Jamaica, Queens, on Thursday. The suspect allegedly shoved and kicked the victim to the ground.
- Teen charged after NYPD cop hit by friendly fire in Brooklyn shooting
An 18-year-old was charged with attempted murder after an NYPD detective was hit by friendly fire in a Brooklyn shooting. The suspect, Camani Bartletto, was arrested following the incident over the Fourth of July weekend.
- Woman shot in Brooklyn, male suspect sought: NYPD
A 30-year-old woman was shot in the abdomen near 5945 Shore Parkway in Brooklyn around 2:44 a.m. Tuesday. She was transported to a local hospital in stable condition by EMS. The NYPD is seeking a male suspect in connection to the incident.
- The Long Battle to Keep the NYPD Out of Mental Health Emergencies
Genaro called 911 for his brother Steven, who has schizophrenia, during a mental health crisis, but NYPD officers arrested both brothers instead of providing medical assistance. The family was traumatized as police treated the situation as a criminal incident, focusing on property damage and assault rather than addressing Steven's mental health needs.
- NYC council member victim of target attacks
Detectives are investigating shattered windows and threatening phone calls made to NYC Councilmember Phil Wong's office in MASPETH, Queens. The NYPD responded to a 911 call about criminal mischief within the 104 Precinct.
- The NYPD under Jessica Tisch has worked miracles to stop murders — but danger’s on the horizon
Jessica Tisch and the NYPD have reduced murders to the lowest level in the first six months of the year. However, the article warns that danger remains on the horizon.
- NYPD body cam captures rescue after seaplane makes hard landing in East River
A seaplane made a hard landing in the East River, leading to the rescue of eight passengers by FDNY. NYPD body camera footage captured the rescue operation.
- See it: NYPD responds to seaplane that made emergency landing
NYPD released bodycam video showing its Harbor Unit responding to a seaplane that made an emergency landing on the East River on Sunday around noon. The video depicts first responders attending to the seaplane as officers secured their boat at the scene.
- Dramatic new video reveals frantic rescue of passengers in downed seaplane on East River
NYPD rescuers helped eight passengers off a seaplane that made an emergency hard landing in the East River on Sunday. The incident occurred while the seaplane was returning from the Hamptons.
- NYPD detective hit by friendly fire while apprehending Brooklyn gunman
An NYPD detective was shot by a fellow officer while apprehending an armed 18-year-old suspect who fired on an Uber in Brooklyn. The incident occurred during efforts to monitor Fourth of July violence near Nostrand Avenue and St. John's.
- Chicago officers wounded in traffic stop shootout as holiday weekend leaves 3 dead, 16 injured
Two Chicago police officers were shot during a traffic stop confrontation with Malik Wrightsell, who was charged with multiple offenses. The incident occurred as 11 shootings across Chicago left three dead and 16 injured over the holiday weekend, marking a decline compared to 2025's figures.
- NYPD says detective shot in Brooklyn may have been hit by friendly fire
NYPD Detective Robert Karroll was shot in the back of his protective vest in Crown Heights, Brooklyn on July 5, 2026. Authorities are investigating the possibility of friendly fire in the incident.
- Queens woman accused of fatally slashing mom in the throat: NYPD
A 30-year-old woman in Queens was arrested for allegedly fatally slashing her 59-year-old mother's throat in their home on the Fourth of July. The incident occurred in Ozone Park, Queens, around 3:30 p.m., according to police.
- Mamdani embarrassingly misspells name of NYPD detective shot in back — after axing plans to hire nearly 600 more cops
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani misspelled the name of NYPD Detective Robert Karroll, who was shot in the back, in a social media post. Mamdani had previously announced plans to visit Karroll in the hospital but axed proposals to hire nearly 600 additional police officers.
- Man opens fire in NYC lounge, woman shot: NYPD
A 27-year-old woman was shot in the right leg during a Fourth of July morning incident in Brooklyn when an unidentified individual opened fire at 8920 Avenue D. The victim was taken to a local hospital, according to the NYPD.
- NYC Summer Youth Employment Program participants begin internships with NYPD
Participants in the NYC Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) began their summer internships with the NYPD on Monday. The program provides youth with employment opportunities through partnerships with local organizations.
- At least five killed in shootings and explosions that leave dozens wounded across the U.S.
At least five people were killed and dozens wounded in shootings and explosions across the U.S. Eight individuals, including four children, were shot in a mass shooting in Brooklyn's Coney Island neighborhood.
- Over $7M of fentanyl seized at packing mills in NYC, Bronx: NYPD
NYPD seized over $7M of fentanyl and 90 pounds of the drug from three packing mills in Washington Heights, Mount Eden, and Belmont. Authorities also found $30,000 in cash and two loaded guns during the operation.
- Seaplane makes hard landing in East River; all occupants rescued, NYPD says
A seaplane made a hard landing in the East River on Sunday. All occupants were rescued, according to the NYPD.
- NYPD detective shot in Brooklyn after being approached gunman, Commissioner Tisch says
A NYPD detective was shot in the back by an 18-year-old gunman in Brooklyn, while another officer was injured during the incident. The suspect, who was apprehended after a struggle, was found on surveillance video holding a gun minutes before the shooting. The detective's ballistic vest prevented serious injury, and he is expected to recover fully.
- NYPD: 4 adults, 4 children shot during barbecue in Coney Island courtyard; suspect at large
Eight people, including four adults and four children, were shot during a barbecue in a Coney Island courtyard. The suspect remains at large, and the NYPD is investigating.
- 2 officers hurt in BK shooting; suspect in custody: NYPD
Two NYPD officers were injured in a shooting in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, early Sunday morning. An 18-year-old suspect was taken into custody following the incident.
- NYPD officer shot in Brooklyn; 18-year-old arrested
An NYPD officer was shot in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn on Sunday morning. An 18-year-old was arrested, according to Commissioner Jessica Tisch's press conference.
- Coney Island shooting on Saturday night leaves several injured
A shooting occurred in Coney Island on Saturday night, resulting in multiple injuries. The NYPD reported the incident.
- Children among 8 shot in Coney Island Fourth of July shooting, NYPD says
Eight people, including several children, were shot during Fourth of July celebrations in Coney Island, Brooklyn. Police responded to the incident at 10:37 p.m. at 2929 West 31st Street, where a 47-year-old man was among the victims with gunshot wounds.
- NYPD detective shot in Brooklyn, teen suspect in custody: cops, sources
An NYPD detective was shot in Brooklyn, and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and a gun has been recovered, according to sources.
- NYPD Officer shot in Brooklyn, suspect in custody
An NYPD officer was shot early Sunday morning near the intersection of Nostrand Avenue and St. Johns Place in Brooklyn. The suspect is in custody.
- At least eight shot, including four children, in New York’s Coney Island
At least eight people, including four children, were shot in Coney Island, New York City, during the Independence Day holiday. The incident occurred late in the evening, with a woman reported to be in critical condition.
- At least eight shot, including four children, in New York’s Coney Island
At least eight people, including four children, were shot in New York City’s Coney Island during the US Independence Day holiday. A woman was reported in critical condition, and police responded to the incident on West 31st Street in Brooklyn around 10:37pm.
- Eight people shot in Coney Island, including four children, NYPD says
Eight people were shot in Coney Island, including four children, according to the NYPD. The incident was reported by law enforcement officials.
- 8 shot, including 4 children, in Coney Island, NYPD says
Eight people were shot in Coney Island, including four children, according to the NYPD. A firearm was recovered at the scene.
- NYC cops hunt for killer who slashed mom on 4th of July
NYPD officers are hunting for a woman dressed in red, white, and blue who allegedly sliced her mother to death in Queens on the 4th of July.
- NYPD suspends boss who allegedly groped underling: ‘I want to make biracial babies with you’
A white NYPD precinct commander was suspended after allegedly groping a black female underling and making a comment about wanting to 'make biracial babies with you', according to official documents.
- NYC bar owner says Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding closures cost him thousands in lost business
An NYC bar owner claims that street closures during Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding week, implemented by the NYPD around Madison Square Garden, resulted in thousands of dollars in lost business.
- PBA uses Sanders’ words in July 4 campaign to pressure Mamdani over NYPD contract
The Police Benevolent Association (PBA) is using a video of Mayor Zohran Mamdani discussing policing with Sen. Bernie Sanders to pressure him over a stalled NYPD contract. The PBA, which has been out of contract since August 2025, seeks salary increases to align NYPD officers' pay with New York State Troopers and has filed a Declaration of Impasse with the state’s Public Employment Relations Board.
- NYC’s major subway crime spikes in all boroughs, while citywide total down 1% — stoking new fears among straphangers
Major subway and bus crimes have increased in most of NYPD's nine patrol boroughs this year, despite a 0.08% citywide decline in such crimes. The rise in local crime rates has heightened fears among subway riders about potential violence.
- New York girds for a weekend of Taylor Swift, salutes and soccer
New York City prepares for a busy weekend featuring Taylor Swift's Madison Square Garden event, 250th birthday celebrations with air and water displays, and a World Cup match in New Jersey. Authorities have outlined security measures including police presence, anti-drone tech, and heat advisories, with the NYPD spending $92 million on event security.
- Man killed after being punched in Brooklyn: NYPD
A man was killed after being punched in Brooklyn, according to the NYPD. Authorities found 52-year-old Kemal Karakatal unconscious and unresponsive at the intersection of Pitkin and Van Siclen Avenues in East New York, Brooklyn, around 10:19 p.m., police say.